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509-FOD - Allen Bradley Magnetic Starter

  • 270 Amp
  • 3 Pole

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509-FOD - Allen Bradley Magnetic Starter Description

509-FOD - Allen Bradley Magnetic Starter

Upgrade your motor control system with the Allen‑Bradley 509‑FOD‑90 NEMA non‑reversing starter, engineered for full-voltage starting of three-phase squirrel-cage motors up to 270 A at 600 VAC. With rugged construction and corrosion-resistant metal parts, this factory-assembled starter delivers dependable performance in demanding industrial environments.

Key Features and Benefits

  • High-Capacity Motor Starting: Supports continuous current up to 270 A at 600 VAC for heavy-duty motor control applications.
  • Factory-Assembled NEMA Size 5: Open-style design with eutectic-alloy overload relay for superior motor protection.
  • Standard Control Coil: Includes 115/120 VAC coil, compatible with 50/60 Hz control circuits.
  • Non-Reversing Configuration: Simplifies wiring for single-direction motor control systems.
  • Durable Build Quality: Metal components are treated for corrosion resistance to withstand harsh conditions.
  • Compact & Modular Design: Facilitates easy installation, panel integration, and field servicing.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Open-style NEMA Size 5 non-reversing starter
  • Motor Voltage: 600 Volts AC
  • Continuous Current Rating: 270 Amps
  • Control Voltage: 115–120 VAC at 50/60 Hz
  • Starter Configuration: Three-phase, non-reversing
  • Overload Relay: Eutectic-alloy, factory-installed
  • Inrush Current: Up to 20× nominal current @ 460 VAC (approx. 94 kVA)
  • Capacitor Switching: 80 kVAR at 230 VAC (three-phase)
  • Mechanical Life: Up to 5 million operations
  • Pick-Up Time: ~25 ms; Drop-Out Time: ~18 ms
  • Power Terminal Capacity: 4 AWG to 500 MCM; Torque: 375 lb·in
  • Temperature Range: –25 °C to +65 °C (–13 °F to +149 °F)
  • Altitude Rating: Operates up to 10,000 ft before derating

Material Compliance & Certifications

  • NEMA ICS‑2 Compliant: Meets standards for motor control equipment
  • Corrosion-Resistant Build: All exposed metal parts are treated for enhanced durability
  • Engineered by Rockwell Automation / Allen‑Bradley: Backed by trusted global manufacturing and support

Suitability & Applications

  • Perfect for industrial sectors such as water pumping, material handling, HVAC, and process automation.
  • Optimized for OEM installations and retrofit projects requiring robust, high-capacity starters.
  • Provides overload protection and consistent performance for motors operating on a 600 VAC three-phase supply.

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Specifications

  • Width:7.5
  • Height:17.0
  • Depth:8.25
  • Poles:3
  • Amperes:270
  • Type:509
  • Sub-Category:Magnetic Starter
  • Additional Notes:Allen Bradley, 3 Phase, NEMA Size 5, Class 509, Open Type, Full Voltage Non-Reversing, Magnetic Starter with 120 Volts A.C. Coil. HP ratings are: 75 @ 200Volts A.C.; 100 @ 230Volts A.C.; 200 @ 460Volts A.C.; 200 @ 575Volts A.C. Thermal Units (Heaters) ar

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